I disabled Android background location access for non-essential apps, adding two full hours of daily charge

In the Permission manager section, look for the one labeled Location. From there, view non-essential apps and then tap either ...

I swapped my paid Google One storage subscription for a free open source sync tool that backs up files automatically

I have eight years of experience covering Android, with a focus on apps, features, and platform updates. I love looking at ...

The Pixel 11's 7-year promise is why I'm taking quantum-safe boot seriously

The Google Pixel 11 makes it harder for me to shrug off. Google promises seven years of OS and security updates for the Pixel ...

I built a ridiculously simple productivity system using only Google Keep

His work focus on productivity apps and flagship devices, particularly Google Pixel and Samsung mobile hardware and software.

This $58 Android Auto screen installs in minutes and works with any car

The screen offers support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Whether you have an iPhone or Android device, this screen will ...

I replaced Chrome with an open source Android browser that runs every extension I need

Not every extension from the Chrome Web Store works properly. Some rely on desktop APIs that don't work well on phones. But ...

I've folded the Galaxy Z Fold 8 for a month; the crease issue is overblown

One of Samsung's big winners this year is its new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, with the passport-shaped foldable winning over ...

I manually triggered Google System Updates using a hidden menu, skipping weeks of waiting

I've been writing about Android since 2011, with a focus on device reviews, Samsung and Google Pixel hardware, and the latest ...

I built an Android journal app in Google AI Studio; its AI spots patterns I'd never see

He wrote for Android Headlines for about a year, starting in 2023, before moving on to cover the more interesting smartphone space at Gizmochina. When he’s not at his desk, you’ll usually find him ...

Android 17 gets a tested way to end motion sickness but you don’t have to wait for an update to try it

Android Authority noticed that an Android 17 feature called Motion Assist has started to roll out to Pixel 11 phones. Motion ...

This 65W Anker charger does the job of three, and it's down to $24

This Anker 735 charger outputs up to 65W in total. That's enough to power laptops, tablets, phones, and even smaller ...

Google is still prioritizing repairability, as this Pixel 11 Pro XL teardown gives us a better look inside

The Pixel 11 Pro is a fairly complete device thanks to Google's years of refinement with this design. It's unique, reliable, ...